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DX53 ZDL

2004 Piaggio Nrg

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

39,812 mi
Last recorded39,812 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Nrg13,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 ZDL
MakePiaggio
ModelNrg
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 39,812 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

mirrors not fitted at time of test.

speedo cable loose and not connected.

Fail 13 Jun 2013 39,812 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

mirrors not fitted at time of test.

speedo cable loose and not connected.

Pass 15 May 2012 38,626 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

belly pan loose and insercure slightly.

front fairing loose/insercure slightly.

play in both front sock absorbers.

slight noise from front shock absorbers.

slight play in rear suspension and engine mounting bushes.

some panels missing.

Fail 8 May 2012 38,579 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

belly pan loose and insercure slightly.

front fairing loose/insercure slightly.

front tyre flat and dangerous to ride.

n/s front wing mirror loose.

play in both front sock absorbers.

slight noise from front shock absorbers.

slight play in rear suspension and engine mounting bushes.

some panels missing.

Pass 10 May 2011 29,394 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 29,329 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,277 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 21,564 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,667 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 20,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 19,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 18,695 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 18,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Nrg?

Based on 52,129 MOT tests across 11,607 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
11,607
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 1,779
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,732
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,263
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,239
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,142
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DX53 ZDL is a 2004 Piaggio Nrg in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Nrg models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 13,520 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Nrg fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 1,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 ZDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Nrg typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Nrg is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DX53 ZDL is a 2004 Piaggio Nrg, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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